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Public was awarded the 2011 Michelin Star for excellence. This Australian-Asian fusion restaurant manages to epitomize the NoLita dining experience while still evoking and innovating entirely creative, exotic and delicious food.

Public is characterized by simple, industrial elegance. Sit outside on the elevated patio for some prime NYC people-watching. Perfect for a date or small group of friends. Service is wonderful and the crowd diverse. Even the bathrooms are lovely, the walls lined with complimentary bars of soap individually wrapped in Public wrapping.

The dinner menu by Chef Brad Farmerie seeks to “excite and challenge patrons by introducing new flavors and ingredients to their culinary vocabulary.” Just about all of the eclectic, global cuisine is absolutely delicious. In particular, try the Oxtail Snail Ravioli, the Pork Confit Belly, or for the more adventurous, the Grilled Kangaroo on coriander falafel. Finish your meal and cool your palate with a refreshing sorbet.

Full Bar. Pair your food with a Guava and Red Chili Margarita, refreshing with chili pepper kick, or the Pear and Lemongrass Fizz. PDF of Full Drink and Wine List

The Monday Room features 60 varieties of wine from Australia and New Zealand plus small plates to compliment them. Brunch at a $22 fixed price that includes cocktail, coffee/tea and meal. Try the coconut pancakes. Saturday & Sunday, 11am-3:30pm